Easter was a bit on the cool side, but nothing will cause a woman not to wear a new Spring dress! Jacket, but the jacket will be removed the moment inside. However, there is no longer the hat and gloves, nor is there the matching purse and shoes. I sure hope that style doesn’t come back.
Old times here are not forgotten
Once you get to a certain age, you do things you didn’t used to do. Like reading the ingredient labels on cans of food before you buy them, instead of just to pass the time while you’re eating them. Like planning naps, and actually turning down offers to go do stuff so you don’t have to break your nap appointments.
Tomorrow is Take a Walk in the Park Day. Of course, the Heritage Park walking track is right behind the library, so why not come take a little walk then come on into the library to cool down. You can have a snack, get a book, browse the internet, work on the puzzle—the list goes on.
MENTAL CLARITY and MEMORY are two things that most people assume that they will lose with age. Many people suffer memory loss due to an insufficient supply of nutrients to the brain. The brain along with every other cell in the body is fed by our blood, the “life” of the body.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our challenges; and
WHEREAS, the nation’s cities/counties are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to meet their needs; and
WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps (Hill Country RSVP) participants address the most pressing challenges facing our communities, from educating students for the jobs of the 21st century and supporting veterans and ...
Clearing Out the Cobwebs - Spring Cleaning
It's that time of year again. Time to rifle through the flotsam and jetsam and to dust it all off, and then put it away for a while.
I like to do that with my physical space, as well as my mental space. So, let's get out the broom!
Campaigns
Though the Republicans are down to only three candidates and the Democrats to two, there couldn't be more drama, smears, innuendo and intrigue in a Real Housewives episode.
Texas—A Whole Other Country.
The Lone Star State.
So named because it’s a former independent republic.
Unlike any other state.
Six flags have flown over these 268,820 square miles.
Spain.
France.
Mexico.
Republic of Texas.
United States of America.
Then Texas seceded.
And flew the Confederate States of America flag for five years.
Then Texas was readmitted to the Union in 1865.
And Old Glory has flown ever since.
Along with the Lone Star flag.
Many prefer to secede again.
We’d probably su ...
The anticipation of many may be that I will spend this column justifying the need for a City Police Department, and although I still have serious thoughts in that direction, after last week’s City Commission meeting I expect to wait another week or more to be able to cover the issue thoroughly and with good information.
Free Crosses on Church Street...
Odds are, Shrimp Boat Manny’s, on Church Street in Livingston, TX, may be the ultimate oxymoron. Where else, pray tell, can diners scarf down delicious Cajun food whipped up from Southern Louisiana recipes that owners Manny and Nancy Rachal have featured since 1985... then, pick up free crosses on the way out?
The intent is for the sealed cedar crosses--weighing 2.6 pounds each, 42 inches tall and 33 inches across--to be posted in yards or wherever.
I’m enjoying Facebook. However, there are three choices: Like-Comment-Share. I need the one that says “Don’t Like!” They have good recipes, but I forget how to make them. When in doubt resort to “Stouffers!” Too, when someone posts photos and I have no clue as to who these people are!
